How To Import Antiques Into Canada Duty Free
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How To Import Antiques Into Canada Duty Free

Did you know? Articles produced more than 50 years before the date of accounting (the date they cleared Customs) are duty free. Excluding alcohol, of course!

How Do I Take Advantage Of Duty Free Status?

Articles produced more than 50, but less than 100 years ago:

  • Annex Code (9989) covers articles (other than an age exceeding 100 years, spirits or wines) produced more than 50 years prior to the date the goods clear Customs.
  • You must indicate the year in the description of the goods.
  • Articles over 50 years old (up to 100 years old) are to be classified using their regular tariff classification, followed by the use Annex Code 9989 - This will make those goods duty free.
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Articles produced more than 100 years ago

  • These articles are considered antiques and tariff (9706.00.00.10) is to be used for antique furniture or tariff (9706.00.00.90) for antiques other than furniture.
  • Tariff (9706.00) does not apply to the other articles of chapter 97.
  • You must also indicate the year in the description of the goods and they are to be classified in their own tariff of chapter 97. (i.e. original paintings, original sculptures and engravings, collections of minerals, botanicals etc.).
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Taryn Hannah
CCS, CTCS

Taryn Hannah is General Manager for PCB Canadian Operations, directly overseeing the Release, Trade Compliance, and Office Administration teams. Taryn has been a trade professional since 2005, specializing in strategic and operational process building and management. She began her career with PCB in release operations, which built a strong foundation in many entry modes. In 2010 Taryn became the Supervisor of our Trade Compliance Group, working with staff and clients to understand regulatory documentation, labeling, data, and timing requirements for all imports into Canada. Over the years, she has become an expert in Participating in Government Agency dealings and has been called upon to speak at events such as Vancouver Fashion Week and various customized courses for industry and associations. Taryn has been recognized for her expert knowledge by receiving the designations of Customs Compliance Specialist (CCS) and Certified Trade Compliance Specialist (CTCS) from the Canadian Society of Customs Brokers.

While we strive for accuracy in all our communications, as the Importer of Record it is incumbent upon your company to ensure that you are aware of the requirements under the new regulations so that you maintain compliance as always.